Shillingstone Hill – Hodway Lane Trail Intersection loop from Okeford Fitzpaine

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Shillingstone Hill – Hodway Lane Trail Intersection loop from Okeford Fitzpaine

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Shillingstone Hill – Hodway Lane Trail Intersection loop from Okeford Fitzpaine

02:54

10.5km

190m

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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1.73 km

Horses at Sunset

Highlight • Monument

The Okeford Hill Beacon (also known as the Armada Beacon) is a prominent landmark situated on the summit of Okeford Hill, offering a panoramic viewpoint that overlooks the Blackmore Vale. …

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2.88 km

Shillingstone Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

Shillingstone Hill is a tranquil place where you can escape the crowds and enjoy views over the Dorset countryside. The summit is close to peaceful woodland and there are plenty of paths to explore.

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5.20 km

Hodway Lane Trail Intersection

Highlight • Trail

intersection with the trail

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7.66 km

Shillingstone Railway Station & Museum

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

The train line was removed in 1966 but this station was left. Volunteers and enthusiasts have worked here since 1997 restoring the station and laying some track in 2008. It's …

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7.93 km

Shillingstone Railway Station

Highlight • Cafe

On the North Dorset Trailway. Cafe here. Restored station. Very interesting. You can do the trailway on a road bike although in places.you just need to be careful

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10.3 km

St Andrew's Church, Okeford Fitzpaine

Highlight • Religious Site

Unlike many churches in the 19th century, which only underwent partial restorations or reconstructions, the church of Okeford Fitzpaine was almost entirely rebuilt in 1866. Many materials from the original 14th-century church were used in this reconstruction.

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